What are the responsibilities and job description for the MA Caldwell/Nampa Cancer Institute Clinics Part-Time Days position at Saint Alphonsus Health System?
The Cancer Institute is now hiring for a team-oriented and compassionate Medical Assistant to work at the Caldwell and Nampa Cancer Institute clinics!
This position will support an established and busy oncologist working at both the Caldwell and Nampa clinic locations (see below for schedule).
The Saint Alphonsus Cancer Institute is proud to be the leading cancer program in Idaho and Eastern Oregon. Our committed team of oncologists and surgeons use advanced technology to provide the highest quality of care for all types of cancer, treating it at the earliest stage.
We offer advanced diagnostic tools like low-dose CT and 3D imaging, precision radiation therapies, and integrated care plans and support programs. These help provide seamless care for patients and families.
Saint Alphonsus also holds the region's largest clinical trials.
You will support a busy and established oncologist and also will coordinate and partner with the clinical care team to help support all aspects of patient care while patients are undergoing treatment.
In addition to typical MA duties, you will room patients, take vital signs, complete medication review, give injections, assist patients with moving within the clinic, and set up for procedures.
You will also work a lot on the computer including items in the work queue, scheduling new patients, scheduling patients for procedures, related appointments, and follow up visits and complete related paperwork.
An ideal candidate will have strong multitasking and communication skills, have self-initiative, detail-oriented, and knowledgeable and enjoy a fast-paced environment.
You will have strong computer skills, knowledge of orders, and experience with Epic is a plus.
You will also desire being part of a strong team and enjoy connecting with patients and developing relationships with them.
30 hours/week, 3-10 hour days, Wednesdays and Thursdays at the Caldwell clinic and Fridays at our Nampa clinic,
This position will work around the hours of 7:30am - 6:00pm.
This position will NOT work weekends or major holidays.
Caldwell Clinic: 3123 Medical Dr. Ste B, Caldwell, ID 83605
Nampa Clinic: 4400 E Flamingo Ave., Ste. 130, Nampa, ID 83687
https://www.saintalphonsus.org/specialty/cancer-care/
High School Diploma or equivalent required at hire.
- MA certification required within 90 days of hire from one of the following Saint Alphonsus approved agencies:
American Association of Medical Assistants (CMA)
American Medical Technologists (RMA)
National Healthcare Association (CCMA)
National Center for Competency Testing (NCMA)
National Association of Health Professionals (NRCMA)
American Medical Certification Association (CMAC)
National Phlebotomy Certification Examination (NPCE MA)
New Graduates: 1) MA certificate of completion required from an accredited program or school. 2) Completion of either a 100-hour MA externship or 6 months MA experience in lieu of the externship hours even with MA certification.
Medical Assistant with Experience: 1 Year of MA experience OR Current MA Certification OR obtain or renew certification within 90 days from hire from approved credentialing agencies listed above.
Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers certification from either AHA, ARC or the Military Training Network is required at hire.
- Obtaining the MA certification typically requires completing an MA Program or working as a Medical Assistant for at least 1 year. See each of the credentialing organization sites for additional details. EMT and CNA certifications will not count towards an MA certification.
When Saint Alphonsus takes care of you, you can take better care of our patients. We foster personal and professional growth and offer opportunities that empower our colleagues to develop their careers. Our belief in work-life balance compliments the natural beauty, diverse landscapes, and outdoor recreation lifestyle that is unique to Idaho and Oregon.
We offer market-competitive pay, generous PTO, and multiple options for comprehensive benefits that begin on day one.
Benefits for your future include retirement planning and matching, college savings plans for your family, and multiple life insurance plans that can change as your needs develop.
We are proud to offer Employee Assistance Programs, tuition reimbursement, and educational opportunities to help you learn and grow.
Visit www.saintalphonsus.org/careers to learn more!
Saint Alphonsus Health System is a faith-based ministry and not-for-profit health system serving Idaho, Oregon, and northern Nevada communities. The health system boasts 4 hospitals, 609 licensed beds, and 73 clinic locations. Through innovative technologies, compassionate staff, and healing environments, Saint Alphonsus' goal is to improve the health and well-being of people by emphasizing care that is patient-centered, physician-led, innovative, and community-based.
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